Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) Symptoms
Children with ASD may fail to respond to their names and often avoid eye contact with other people. They have difficulty interpreting what others are thinking or feeling because they cannot understand social cues, such as tone of voice or facial expressions, and do not watch other people's faces for clues about appropriate behavior. They lack empathy.
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- Q What does brain imaging show in people with autism?
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Over the last 20 years, neuroimaging studies have made great contributions to our understanding of the neurobiological underpinnings of autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Using structural magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), the most replicated finding so far... Full Answer
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- Q What are the key symptoms of autism?
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Behavior: Autistic patients may move constantly and/or perform repetitive movements, such as spinning or rocking. Patients typically develop specific routines or rituals and become highly disturbed if their schedules are even slightly changed.... Full Answer
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- Q What are the common signs of autism?
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The hallmark feature of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is impaired social interaction. A child's primary caregivers are usually the first to notice signs of ASD. As early as infancy, a baby with ASD may be unresponsive to people or focus intently on one... Full Answer
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- Q Can the symptoms of autism in a child change with time?
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Early intervention on a child with autism is key. Behavioral therapy can help decrease or eliminate problematic behaviors and proper school setting is very important with a proper IEP in place. Other types of treatment interventions can include speech,... Full Answer
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- Q What are the warning signs for autism in young children?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyEach child on the autism spectrum is unique, so every child cannot be expected to be exactly like your sample child that you know from down the street. Nevertheless, parents commonly notice that their child does not make eye contact or may not... Full Answer
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- Q Does a child have autism if he only talks to his immediate family?
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If your child is able to have normal conversations and relationships with family members and does not show any other signs of an autistic spectrum disorder, then it is possible they would have a different diagnosis, including selective mutism,... Full Answer
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- Q What should I do if I think my child may have autism?
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If you think that your child may have autism you may first want to speak to your child’s pediatrician. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all children be screened for autism at their 18- and 24-month well-baby check-ups. If... Full Answer
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- Q Why do people with autism have trouble paying attention?
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Chantal Sicile-Kira, AutismSome people with autism cannot see and hear something at the same time. Because of this, a student may be copying down the homework assignment from a blackboard, but cannot hear the teacher as she starts her lesson, so then looks lost for the... Full Answer
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- Q Why does my child with autism bang his head?
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Chantal Sicile-Kira, AutismThere may be different reasons why your child is banging her head, but it is mainly a way to communicate pain or frustration. Your child may be experiencing pain in her head, or ringing in her ears or another health issue, and this could be her... Full Answer
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- Q Is self-stimulatory behavior common in people with autism?
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Chantal Sicile-Kira, AutismSelf-stimulatory behavior is common in many individuals with developmental disabilities; however, it appears to be more common in those with autism. In fact, if a person with another type of developmental disability shows a form of... Full Answer
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